Indian Defence Minister Rajnath Singh met Opposition Leader Sajith Premadasa in Colombo yesterday (09).
The Opposition Leader underscored the vital need for a close, constructive, and continuous relationship between Sri Lanka and India during discussions with Minister Rajnath Singh, citing the deep-rooted historical, cultural, and people-to-people ties between the two neighbours.
The two leaders also engaged in wide-ranging discussions on key regional developments and bilateral issues of mutual concern, particularly expanding cooperation to foster peace, security, stability, and prosperity across the Indian Ocean region.
The visit carries particular significance as the first official trip to Sri Lanka by an Indian Defence Minister in 38 years, coming at a time when both countries are seeking to deepen cooperation on defence, maritime security and broader strategic matters.
They also exchanged gifts as a gesture of goodwill.
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